Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician | PLC Troubleshooting & Production Equipment Repair (Support production uptime through preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of manufacturing and utility equipment.)

Location: Aurora, IL ⏰ Shift: Night Shift | 5:00 PM – 5:00 AM | 2-2-3 Schedule Pay: $30–$35/hr based on experience

Role Summary:

Randstad USA is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician for a direct hire opportunity in Aurora, IL. This role supports a fast-paced packaging manufacturing environment by performing preventative maintenance, emergency repairs, and troubleshooting on production equipment and facility systems.

Ideal candidates will have strong PLC troubleshooting, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic maintenance experience in manufacturing environments.

️ Qualifications & Skills:

Minimum:

• PLC certification required
• 1+ year of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
• strong troubleshooting skills in mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems
• Familiarity with CMMS/work order systems
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, meters, and material handling equipment
• High school diploma or GED required

Preferred:

• Technical degree in Mechanics, Electrical, or related field
• Welding and machining experience
• Packaging or converting industry experience

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• Fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Exposure to production machinery, moving equipment, and industrial noise
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and troubleshooting on production lines
• PPE and sanitation procedures required at all times

Compensation & Benefits:

• $30–$35/hr based on experience
• Direct hire opportunity
• Full benefits package available
• Overtime opportunities available
• Modern manufacturing facility with long-term career growth potential

Text “Aurora Maintenance” to 847-576-4085 to apply or request more info!

salary: $62,000 - $73,000 per year
shift: Third
work hours: 5 PM - 5 AM
education: High School

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled, preventative, and emergency maintenance on production equipment
• Troubleshoot and repair PLCs, AC/DC drives, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Read and interpret schematics, manuals, and technical drawings
• Complete preventative maintenance inspections and document work in CMMS systems
• Support utility systems including lubrication and resin delivery equipment
• Track equipment issues and communicate updates with maintenance and production teams
• Maintain inventory records and report parts usage as needed
• Follow OSHA, MSS, SOP, GMP, and facility safety standards
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Support additional maintenance projects and production needs as assigned

The essential functions of this role include:

• manual lifting up to 50lbs
• standing for 12 hours at one time

Skills

• Electronic Maintenance
• Mechanical Maintenance
• Fabrication
• Arch flash
• plc
• Pheumatics
• Hydraulics
• Electrical
• Facilities
• General Maintenance
• 3 phase motors
• AC/DC drives

Qualifications

• Years of experience: 3 years
• Experience level: Experienced

Randstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [email protected].

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.